Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we build the digital landscape for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring a rare blend of technical depth and strategic foresight. You'll collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, AI ethics councils, and sustainable tech architects to transform theoretical possibilities into market-defining solutions.
Our San Francisco hub offers unparalleled resources including a quantum lab, neuro-interface research facilities, and direct access to Web3.0 testbeds. This is more than a job—it's your chance to define how humanity interacts with technology in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable infrastructure
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with robotics, blockchain, and biotech teams
- Anticipate regulatory and societal impacts of emerging technologies
- Design scalable frameworks for ethical AI deployment and digital sovereignty
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
- Present technology forecasts to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Mentor junior futurists in emerging technology assessment methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum/AI/biotech/AR)
- Proven track record of implementing future-focused initiatives
- Published thought leadership in tech ethics or digital transformation
- Experience with horizon scanning and scenario planning frameworks
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Fluency in technology policy landscape and regulatory trends
- Portfolio of implemented innovation projects with measurable impact